Classes at the Landing

At the Landing YMCA, we offer a variety of fitness classes every day. Even though classes for members are FREE, we still encourage everyone to sign up for classes so that we have accurate rosters. Unless otherwise specified, fitness classes are offered continuously throughout the year.

Beginner Yoga

This class is great for first time and advanced yoga students alike. We use yoga poses, straps, blocks, and blankets to improve overall wellness. This class will encourage peace of mind, sense of balance, and relaxation. 
Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Thursdays @ 4-5 p.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Yoga Room
Instructor: Joe Palma 

Barre 

Barre is a total body workout using dance bars to strengthen, lengthen, and stretch the entire body for a lean physique. Based on dance and Pilates. All levels are welcome.

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays @ 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Fee: Members  FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room
Instructor: Ida (Mondays & Wednesdays), Daneem (Fridays)

Barre Above

A fusion of several disciplines, including Pilates & strengthening exercises done by dancers. This low-impact total body workout improves muscular endurance & strength, develops balance & postural alignment lengthening the body’s musculature.

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Tuesdays @ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Fee: Members  FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room
Instructor: Bea 

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced on a chair, or standing while using a chair as support. This class will help with balance, breathing, strength, flexibility, and overall wellness. Set in a relaxing environment, you will leave the class refreshed and renewed. 

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Thursdays @ 11-Noon
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Yoga Room 
Instructor: Sue

Circuit 45

This 45-minute class consists of cardio, strength, and abdominal work, but can be modified for any type of fitness level. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 7:20-8:05 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room
Instructor: Jess 

Exercise for Parkinson's

This Parkinson's exercise program is intended for most* people with Parkinson's disease and does not require participation in the LSVT program. This class is geared specifically to diminish the movement challenges experienced by people with Parkinson's. Individuals with other neurological conditions are also welcome to join the class. *Physician approval will be required for this class.

Session: Ongoing. Participants may join anytime. 
Class Time: Tuesdays @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Angie  

Fat Burn Machine by PIIT28® 

Pilates Intense Interval Training fuses the unmatched muscle sculpting effects of Pilates with the dynamic fat burning power of HIIT to give you a truly
body-transforming workout in under 30 minutes!

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Mondays, 5:30-6:15 p.m. 
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Daneem

Functional Movement 

Get moving more effectively in your daily activities! This class is a blend of gentle, dynamic stretching and other exercises and movements to increase your energy level, improve flexibility, and enhance quality of life.

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 12-12:45 p.m. 
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Rebecca

Gentle Yoga 

This calming, stress-relieving yoga class will help stretch and strengthen the body by building awareness of the breath and the body.

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Wednesdays @ 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community $15
Venue: Yoga Room
Instructor: Sue

LSVT "Big" Graduate Program

This evidence-based exercise program, led by LSVT certified Physical Therapists from Mid Coast Hospital, is intended for people with Parkinson's disease who have graduated from the LSVT program. This program specifically uses "big" exercises to improve body movement, movement speed, balance, and quality of life. Ongoing participation in these exercises helps individuals to maintain improvements made during the LSVT program. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Fridays @ 11-Noon
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room  
Instructor: Angie  

HIIT

High Intensity Interval Training is an enhanced form of interval training. It incorporates short periods of intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays @ 6:30-7:15 a.m. 
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Jess

Kickboxing  

This class combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. This high-energy workout challenges beginner and elite athletes alike.

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Saturdays @ 9-10 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Ida

Maine Muscles

Learn different ways to work your muscles. This class includes super sets, dynamic sets, and more. Exercises may also include the use of dumbbells, body weight, and stability balls. This class includes a warm-up, pre and post stretch. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9:30-10:30 a.m. 
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Rebecca

Mindful Mobility

This 6-week series is for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or memory challenges and their care partners. This program offers gentle mobility, stretching, balance, and strength training for health and wellness. Screening may be required. Participation is confidential. 

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Fridays @ 11-11:45 a.m. 
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $5
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Angie C.

Pop Pilates 

Pop Pilates is an infusion of ab-chiseling and total body defining movements set to upbeat, popular music. This intense, mat-based workout will challenge you and take classical Pilates to the next level like you've never seen before.

Session: Ongoing
Class 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Class 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Yoga Room 
Instructor: Daneem

Silver Strong 

Silver Strong is designed for "baby boomers" and beyond. This class features exercises and activities geared to improve strength, balance, and flexibility to your favorite tunes. It will get you up and moving, and it's a great opportunity to meet new people and socialize with friends!

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Mondays & Wednesdays @ 11-11:45 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Celia

Spin NEW!

Get a great cardiovascular workout on the spin bike in this 45-minute class. Set to heart-pumping music, control resistance and pedal speed to create the right intensity for you! For all levels.

Session: Begins Monday, March 9, 2020 *Bike sign ups begin Monday, March 2 at the Landing YMCA front desk*
Class 1: Mondays & Wednesdays @ 6:45-7:30 a.m.
Class 2: Tuesdays @ 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Multi-Purpose Room 
Instructor: Rebecca

Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi is an intricate set of linked poses developed in China to enhance balance, fitness, and longevity. The movements appear simple fluid, and soft, but are highly dynamic. In reality, it's quite challenging and when executed in the proper manner, constitutes a demanding workout involving the mind as much as the body. Come learn to breathe and move in an entirely new way!

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Tuesdays @ 7-8 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room
Instructor: Bill 

Total Body Training (TBT) 

This class will blend a variety of movements to give your entire body a great workout! The exercises are performed in intervals to rev up your metabolism, providing a good cardio/strength workout. Various equipment will be used. Warm ups and cool downs are included.

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 12-12:45 p.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Kelly

Vinyasa Yoga 

This flow yoga focuses primarily on breathing and sun salutation variations. This class is on the more vigorous end of the yoga spectrum and is a great practice for anyone looking for a physical or mental challenge. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Fridays @ 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Yoga Room 
Instructor: Melinda

Yoga 

Yoga is a wonderful method of exercise that teaches how to recognize when your body is under stress, as well as methods to help counteract stress. With regular practice, yoga improves strength, flexibility, and quiets the mind.

Session: Ongoing 
Class 1: Mondays @ 4-5:15 p.m.
Class 2: Saturdays @ 10-11 a.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Yoga Room 
Instructor: Sue (Mondays) & Elle (Saturdays)

Yogalates

Yoga and Pilates work together to stretch, strengthen, and reduce stress. Nothing maintains and improves flexibility like yoga and nothing strengthens core muscles better than Pilates. Together they provide a full workout that leaves you relaxed, renewed, and ready to enjoy life. 

Session: Ongoing 
Class Time: Mondays @ 11 a.m.-Noon
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15 
Venue: Yoga Room 
Instructor: Ann

Zumba 

This class is the perfect combo of fun and fitness! Zumba is what started the dance fitness revolution and changed the way we look at a “workout” forever. Feel the music, have fun, and learn some new moves!

Session: Ongoing
Class Time: Wednesdays @ 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cost: Y Members, FREE; Community, $15
Venue: Aerobics Room 
Instructor: Bea